Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who can anticipate paradigm shifts and translate them into actionable strategies that will redefine our industry. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer breakthrough technologies while maintaining competitive advantage in an ever-changing digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop and implement strategic technology roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Partner with R&D teams to accelerate innovation cycles and prototype futuristic solutions
- Deliver executive briefings on emerging tech impacts and strategic recommendations
- Establish cross-functional innovation task forces to explore next-gen applications
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and their implications for our ecosystem
- Drive adoption of exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Research, or related field
- 12+ years experience in tech innovation or strategic foresight roles
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in exponential technology trends and adoption curves
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning capabilities
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Published thought leadership in technology futurism
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight preferred